Vulnerability Description
mshtml.dll in Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and 8 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by calling the JavaScript findText method with a crafted Unicode string in the first argument, and only one additional argument, as demonstrated by a second argument of -1.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 7 |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/9253
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35799
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/52249
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/9253
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35799
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/52249
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2655?
CVE-2009-2655 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). mshtml.dll in Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 and 8 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) by calling the JavaScript findText method with a crafted Un...
How severe is CVE-2009-2655?
CVE-2009-2655 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2655?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows Xp.